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Thursday, October 08, 2009

Atlanta, GA Focus

Here is info on biodiesel, food co-ops and organizations in Atlanta, GA. Some local events can be found at the bottom.

BIODIESEL IN ATLANTA:

Here are some biodiesel stations in Atlanta, GA. Biodiesel is less polluting and has a smaller carbon footprint than regular diesel, and is produced right here in the USA. Biodiesel can be used in almost any diesel engine. Up to B20 (a 20 percent blend) any diesel engine, whether car or 18 wheeler or whatever, can use it. Above B20 some older engines may have problems, but newer engines should be ok.

We are one of the Southeast‘s largest consumer-owned cooperatives providing fresh, local and organic produce, natural foods, vitamins and supplements, a large selection of bulk herbs and spices, earth-friendly household and pet products and freshly prepared foods including nutritious baked goods, soups, sandwiches, entrees and salads.

Located in Little 5 Points, near Downtown Atlanta, we offer shoppers and member/owners a variety of health and nutrition classes for healthy living.

Contact: Mijha Butcheremail: president@atlantayoungdems.orgWebsite: http://www.amirfarokhi.com/ind...Every Monday and Wednesday night from Sept. 9 until the election on Nov. 3, YDAtl will gather at the campaign headquarters of Amir Farokhi to help propel to him to the Citywide Post 2 seat on Atlanta City Council.

This is a young vibrant campaign with lots of opportunities to get immersed in Atlanta politics. Come for as much or as little time as you can spare. You’ll be able to meet fellow Atlantans who are actively involved in advancing Atlanta on a progressive path and you’ll gain invaluable campaign experience.

Bring your cell phones for phone banking.

You can park on the street, in the parking lot for the church across the street from the HQ, or in the lot for the Urban Outfitters, also located across the street from HQ.

For directions and to learn more about Amir and his campaign, check out his webpage: http://www.amirfarokhi.com/index.php/amir/home/

Contact: Mijha Butcheremail: president@atlantayoungdems.orgWebsite: http://www.amirfarokhi.com/ind...Every Monday and Wednesday night from Sept. 9 until the election on Nov. 3, YDAtl will gather at the campaign headquarters of Amir Farokhi to help propel to him to the Citywide Post 2 seat on Atlanta City Council.

This is a young vibrant campaign with lots of opportunities to get immersed in Atlanta politics. Come for as much or as little time as you can spare. You’ll be able to meet fellow Atlantans who are actively involved in advancing Atlanta on a progressive path and you’ll gain invaluable campaign experience.

Bring your cell phones for phone banking.

You can park on the street, in the parking lot for the church across the street from the HQ, or in the lot for the Urban Outfitters, also located across the street from HQ.

For directions and to learn more about Amir and his campaign, check out his webpage: http://www.amirfarokhi.com/index.php/amir/home/

Have you ever looked at a ballot and seen names that you do not recognize or know much about?

Have you ever voted for a candidate even though you were not sure of their stance on issues that were important to you?

Do you want to meet the people running for Atlanta's Mayor and City Council in 2009?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, please join us Thursday, October 15, 2009 at Manual's Tavern. All candidates for the City of Atlanta Mayoral and City Council races have been invited.

We will be providing on-site assistance so you can learn which City Council candidates are running for your district.

Candidates will have a chance to introduce themselves and to host tables, where they can speak with constituents, answer questions and share their views.

Please join us in this effort to help you know your vote!

College Democrats of Georgia Team at AIDS Walk AtlantaOct. 18, 2:00 PM - 04:00 PMLocation: Piedmont Park USContact: Molly Wardemail: friedamour@gmail.comWebsite: https://www.aidswalkatlanta.co...College Democrats of Georgia is hosting a team for AIDS Walk Atlanta this year. Please join our team to help raise money for a very worthy cause.[RSVP]

Contact: Mijha Butcheremail: president@atlantayoungdems.orgWebsite: http://www.amirfarokhi.com/ind...Every Monday and Wednesday night from Sept. 9 until the election on Nov. 3, YDAtl will gather at the campaign headquarters of Amir Farokhi to help propel to him to the Citywide Post 2 seat on Atlanta City Council.

This is a young vibrant campaign with lots of opportunities to get immersed in Atlanta politics. Come for as much or as little time as you can spare. You’ll be able to meet fellow Atlantans who are actively involved in advancing Atlanta on a progressive path and you’ll gain invaluable campaign experience.

Bring your cell phones for phone banking.

You can park on the street, in the parking lot for the church across the street from the HQ, or in the lot for the Urban Outfitters, also located across the street from HQ.

For directions and to learn more about Amir and his campaign, check out his webpage: http://www.amirfarokhi.com/index.php/amir/home/

Contact: Mijha Butcheremail: president@atlantayoungdems.orgWebsite: http://www.amirfarokhi.com/ind...Every Monday and Wednesday night from Sept. 9 until the election on Nov. 3, YDAtl will gather at the campaign headquarters of Amir Farokhi to help propel to him to the Citywide Post 2 seat on Atlanta City Council.

This is a young vibrant campaign with lots of opportunities to get immersed in Atlanta politics. Come for as much or as little time as you can spare. You’ll be able to meet fellow Atlantans who are actively involved in advancing Atlanta on a progressive path and you’ll gain invaluable campaign experience.

Bring your cell phones for phone banking.

You can park on the street, in the parking lot for the church across the street from the HQ, or in the lot for the Urban Outfitters, also located across the street from HQ.

For directions and to learn more about Amir and his campaign, check out his webpage: http://www.amirfarokhi.com/index.php/amir/home/

Campaign Road Trip: Virginia Campaign Invasion for Creigh DeedsOct. 23rd, 24th and 25thLocation: Atlanta to Danville, VAContact: Steven Goldenemail: swgolde@emory.eduWebsite: http://www.collegedemsofgeorgi... We will be joining together to go to Danville, VA on a campaign invasion. Transportation will be arranged, but there is a good chance that cars will be needed[RSVP]

Contact: Mijha Butcheremail: president@atlantayoungdems.orgWebsite: http://www.amirfarokhi.com/ind...Every Monday and Wednesday night from Sept. 9 until the election on Nov. 3, YDAtl will gather at the campaign headquarters of Amir Farokhi to help propel to him to the Citywide Post 2 seat on Atlanta City Council.

This is a young vibrant campaign with lots of opportunities to get immersed in Atlanta politics. Come for as much or as little time as you can spare. You’ll be able to meet fellow Atlantans who are actively involved in advancing Atlanta on a progressive path and you’ll gain invaluable campaign experience.

Bring your cell phones for phone banking.

You can park on the street, in the parking lot for the church across the street from the HQ, or in the lot for the Urban Outfitters, also located across the street from HQ.

For directions and to learn more about Amir and his campaign, check out his webpage: http://www.amirfarokhi.com/index.php/amir/home/

Contact: Mijha Butcheremail: president@atlantayoungdems.orgWebsite: http://www.amirfarokhi.com/ind...Every Monday and Wednesday night from Sept. 9 until the election on Nov. 3, YDAtl will gather at the campaign headquarters of Amir Farokhi to help propel to him to the Citywide Post 2 seat on Atlanta City Council.

This is a young vibrant campaign with lots of opportunities to get immersed in Atlanta politics. Come for as much or as little time as you can spare. You’ll be able to meet fellow Atlantans who are actively involved in advancing Atlanta on a progressive path and you’ll gain invaluable campaign experience.

Bring your cell phones for phone banking.

You can park on the street, in the parking lot for the church across the street from the HQ, or in the lot for the Urban Outfitters, also located across the street from HQ.

For directions and to learn more about Amir and his campaign, check out his webpage: http://www.amirfarokhi.com/index.php/amir/home/

Contact: Mijha Butcheremail: president@atlantayoungdems.orgWebsite: http://www.amirfarokhi.com/ind...Every Monday and Wednesday night from Sept. 9 until the election on Nov. 3, YDAtl will gather at the campaign headquarters of Amir Farokhi to help propel to him to the Citywide Post 2 seat on Atlanta City Council.

This is a young vibrant campaign with lots of opportunities to get immersed in Atlanta politics. Come for as much or as little time as you can spare. You’ll be able to meet fellow Atlantans who are actively involved in advancing Atlanta on a progressive path and you’ll gain invaluable campaign experience.

Bring your cell phones for phone banking.

You can park on the street, in the parking lot for the church across the street from the HQ, or in the lot for the Urban Outfitters, also located across the street from HQ.

For directions and to learn more about Amir and his campaign, check out his webpage: http://www.amirfarokhi.com/index.php/amir/home/

Gubernatorial Candidates ForumNov, 9, 06:30 PM - 10:00 PM Location: Speakers Auditorium at GSU 44 Courtland St, Atlanta, GA, 30303 USContact: Zachary Koffleremail: zak.koffler@gmail.com770-851-5654Website: http://www.georgiayds.org/more...Young Democrats of Georgia is proud to present the first 2010 Democratic Gubernatorial Forum. In conjunction with College Democrats of Georgia, It will be hosted by Young Democrats of Georgia State University on November 9th, 2009 in the Speakers Auditorium in the Student Center.[RSVP]